
Luxury Homes for Rent in College Area San Diego, CA (55 Rentals)
The most luxurious Homes in the College Area area of San Diego with high-end amenities, features, and finishes.


4580 55th St, Unit B

5661 Campanile Way

5436 Mary Lane Dr, Unit 4 Bedrooms-3 Baths

5432 Mary Lane Dr

4932 Campanile Dr

5811 Lindo Paseo, Unit 1

6326 Montezuma Rd

5438 Mary Lane Dr

5312 Remington Rd
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5472 Adobe Falls Rd, Unit 12

5505 Adelaide Ave

4545 Collwood Blvd

4843 Art St

5041 Art St

5434 Adams Ave

4527 Esther St

4480 50th St

5028 Monroe Ave

5270 Tipton St
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4825 54th St

5126 Ewing St

5106 E Falls View Dr

6252 Stewart St

6240 Pontiac St

5737 Campanile Way

5123 Tipton St

4605 59th St

5167 Tipton St

5633 Campanile Way
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4929 College Ave

5169 Tipton St

5339 W Falls View Dr

5155 Tipton St

4925 Rockford Dr

5529 Dorothy Dr

5442 Baja Dr

5104 63rd St

5721 Campanile Way

5165 Ewing St
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5337 Saxon St

4947 63rd St

6250 Stewart St

5744 Mary Ln Dr

4840 Art St

5410 Baja Dr

5223 E Falls View Dr

5236 Saxon St

6430 Montezuma Rd

5139 Ewing St
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College Area, San Diego, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in College Area?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| College Area 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,683 | $2,350 | $3,250 |
| College Area 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,226 | $3,100 | $5,495 |
| College Area 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,102 | $3,995 | $6,300 |
| College Area 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,605 | $5,495 | $5,900 |
| College Area 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $7,411 | $5,800 | $8,950 |
| College Area 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,497 | $6,295 | $6,700 |
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There are currently 55 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the College Area Neighborhood of San Diego, CA.
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Pet Friendly LifestyleCollege Area, San Diego, CA
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4.0Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about College Area
What type of rentals are currently available in College Area?
There are currently 306 Apartments for Rent in College Area, CA with pricing that ranges from $869 to $8,762. There are also 67 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in College Area ranging from $975 to $12,900.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in College Area?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in College Area ranges from $975 to $12,900 with an average monthly rent of $5,667.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in College Area?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in College Area range from $1,165 to $8,762, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,100 to $5,495. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,995 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $869.
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